2014 FORD TRANSIT
3 recalls, 3 complaints - 11 TSBs
19V333000 Apr 29, 2019
SEATS
Defect Description
New England Wheels (New England) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Ford Transit and 2014-2019 Ram Promaster 2500 and 3500 vehicles modified to be equipped with Freedman Go-ES Foldaway seats. When the back seat cushion is rotated from the stowed position to the upright position, the seat cushion may no... Read more
Consequence
In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.
Remedy
New England has notified owners, directing them to contact Freedman for repairs to the foldaway seats, free of charge. The recall began May 27, 2019. Owners may contact Freedman customer service at 1-800-443-4540 or New England at 1-800-886-9247.
19V313000 Apr 18, 2019
SEATS
Defect Description
Mobility Transportation Services (MobilityTrans) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Ford Transit and Ram Promaster vehicles and 2014-2015 Ford Econoline vehicles modified to be equipped with Freedman GO-ES Foldaway Seats, part numbers 43705, 45467, 48923, and 75719. When the back seat cushion is rotate... Read more
Consequence
In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.
Remedy
MobilityTrans will notify owners and Freedman Seating dealers will inspect and repair the foldaway seat, free of charge. The recall began May 19, 2019. Owners may contact Mobility Transportation Services customer service at 1-734-453-6452.
19V271000 Apr 3, 2019
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Defect Description
Mobility Specialists, Inc. (Mobility Specialists) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Ford E-150 and Transit vans modified to be equipped with Ricon S-Series and K-Series wheel chair lifts. The wheelchair lift positioning input cam may fail while the lift is in use, allowing the platform to travel highe... Read more
Consequence
If the wheelchair lift platform stops above the vehicle floor, the wheelchair user can tip inwards toward the vehicle when exiting the lift, increasing their risk of injury.
Remedy
Mobility Specialists, working with Ricon, has notified the owners. Ricon will provide instructions and materials for replacing defective parts. Owners may contact Ricon customer service at 1-800-322-2884.
Complaint Statistics
3 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| POWER TRAIN | 1 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY | 1 |
| VISIBILITY/WIPER | 1 |
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Nov 20, 2017
Incident date: Oct 27, 2017
REAR TEMPERED GLASS WINDOW EXPLODED. REAR WINDOW HAS THIN SURFACE/HOAR FROST ICE COATING ON IT. WAS PARKED IN DRIVEWAY WITH REAR WINDOW FACING EAST. TEMPS AT NIGHT WERE 28 F AND WHEN SUN HIT REAR WINDOW IT EXPLODED. SOUNDED LIKE A GUN SHOT. VEHICLE WAS PARKED.
STRUCTURE:BODY
Nov 3, 2017
Incident date: Sep 2, 2016
A RECALL WAS ISSUED IN SEPTEMBER 2016 FOR A RECALL ON A FAULTY DOOR LATCH WHICH HAD CAUSED INJURY. TO DATE WE HAVE NOT BEEN NOTIFIED OF A REPLACEMENT PART BEING AVAILABLE. THE DEALER CANNOT GIVE US ANY DETAILS OF WHEN THIS PART WILL BE AVAILABLE. I THINK 14 MONTHS IS LONG ENOUGH. THE CONSUMER ... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jul 17, 2017
Incident date: Jul 3, 2017
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 FORD TRANSIT. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V408000 (POWER TRAIN) HOWEVER THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE LOCAL DEALE... Read more
Technical Service Bulletins, 2014 FORD TRANSIT
11 manufacturer communications from 7 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 3 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 2 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 1 |
| 353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. | 1 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 1 |
| 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 1 |
| 061320 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OTHER FUEL TYPES:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER | 1 |
| 063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM | 1 |
SSM 52476
Apr 24, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
All accessory stick-on keyless entry keypads come with a wallet card containing the master code. If the accessory keypad was factory installed, this card will be placed in the glove box and should be handed to the vehicles owner during ini
SSM 49805
May 18, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Some 2011-2021 vehicles equipped with a diesel engine may have engine oil in the exhaust after turbocharger replacement for various reasons. To correct the condition, remove the exhaust and stand the exhaust up with the turbocharger inlet s
SSM 49805
May 18, 2021
061320 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OTHER FUEL TYPES:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
Some 2011-2021 vehicles equipped with a diesel engine may have engine oil in the exhaust after turbocharger replacement for various reasons. To correct the condition, remove the exhaust and stand the exhaust up with the turbocharger inlet s
SSM 49805
May 18, 2021
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
Some 2011-2021 vehicles equipped with a diesel engine may have engine oil in the exhaust after turbocharger replacement for various reasons. To correct the condition, remove the exhaust and stand the exhaust up with the turbocharger inlet s
SSM 49210
Sep 25, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Some 2009-2020 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with turbochargers may exhibit an oil leak from the turbocharger oil supply or return tubes, O-rings or 6.7L pedestal gasket. Although oil may collect on the turbocharger, it is very rare fo
SSM 48619
Mar 9, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SSM 48619 - Various Vehicles - Perimeter Alarm Armed And Original Vehicle Keys Cannot Be Accessed to Enter Vehicle - CAN Protection Strategy Some 2013-2016 Model Year Vehicles may exhibit a concern in which the Perimeter Alarm is active
SSM 48619
Mar 9, 2020
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
SSM 48619 - Various Vehicles - Perimeter Alarm Armed And Original Vehicle Keys Cannot Be Accessed to Enter Vehicle - CAN Protection Strategy Some 2013-2016 Model Year Vehicles may exhibit a concern in which the Perimeter Alarm is active
SSM 47201
Mar 30, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Replacing the original equipment SYNC/Navigation system with either an aftermarket SYNC/Navigation kit or modifying original SYNC/Navigation parts to provide additional features is not recommended nor supported on any Ford, Mercury or Linco
SSM 47080
Feb 14, 2018
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
2010-2018 various vehicles equipped with SYNC or SYNC 3 may not function when attempting to find or use the Spotify app via AppLink. As of an update released on 1/15/2018 Spotify will no longer be supporting their AppLink integration. No re
SSM 45887
Jun 17, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
2013-2016 ESCAPE,2014-2016 FIESTA, TRANSIT CONNECT AND 2013-2015 FUSION VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 1.6L GTDI ENGINE - UPDATED WORKSHOP MANUAL (WSM) SECTION 303-03 COOLING SYSTEM
SSM 45887
Jun 17, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
2013-2016 ESCAPE,2014-2016 FIESTA, TRANSIT CONNECT AND 2013-2015 FUSION VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 1.6L GTDI ENGINE - UPDATED WORKSHOP MANUAL (WSM) SECTION 303-03 COOLING SYSTEM
NHTSA Safety Investigations, FORD TRANSIT
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
AQ18001
Opened: Apr 2, 2018 , Closed: Sep 25, 2024
Zipcar Rental Concerns
NHTSA opened this audit query to determine whether Zipcar, Inc. (Zipcar) complied with the requirements of the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act (Safety Act). The Safety Act requires, among other things, that a rental car company not rent, lease, or sell a recalled vehicle until the safe... Read more
FORD TRANSIT - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the FORD TRANSIT across all model years (2014, 2025).
152
Total Recalls
1,072
Total Complaints
1
Investigations
41
Reported Crashes
11
Reported Fires
36
Reported Deaths
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